Volunteering is a family affair for the Welch household! Chloe has been regularly volunteering on Wednesday mornings with her mother, Sandee Welch, over the past few months. We are so appreciative of her hard work and dedication to bettering our community. Learn more about Chloe and her future plans!
Read MoreAt Project Host, our belief is that all individuals who cross our threshold and interact with us should be treated as guests: with human kindness, interest, warmth, and open minds and hearts - including each other. Teamwork, laughter, hard work and dedication are at the core of who we are. Get to know the faces of Project Host!
Read MoreGreg McPhee is a Connecticut native, seasoned culinary professional and James Beard Semi-Finalist. He has spent his career working throughout the Southeast, with sustainable, farm to table influences. We are so excited for the opportunity to work with him as our new Culinary Instructor. Learn more about Greg's culinary journey.
Read MoreThis month, we want to highlight the work of Marie and Ron Eldridge. Over the past 37 years, they have continuously volunteered in civic, church and recreation organizations. Upon their move to Greenville, they felt a calling to focus on social services. You can see their smiling faces in the kitchen every Thursday! We are so appreciative of your endless dedication, support and kindness.
Read MoreThis month, we want to highlight the work of Tony Cordaro. Tony has always been dedicated to his community and has been fighting food insecurity for over 20 years now. We truly appreciate his hard work and dedication to our mission each month. Look out for Tony every week in the soup kitchen!
Read MoreThis month, we want to highlight the work of Steve Evered. Steve joined us six and a half years ago after retiring from Michelin. Learn more about why he loves to serve. We truly appreciate his hard work and dedication to our mission each month. Look out for Steve every Friday in the soup kitchen!
Read MoreThis month, we want to highlight the work of Diane Iseminger. Diane joined us last year after volunteering at our 13th annual BBQ Festival and Cook-Off. She loves the opportunity to be a part of a team whose shared purpose it to serve others. We truly appreciate her hard work and dedication to our mission each month. We look forward to seeing her smiling face in the kitchen this week!
Read MoreMeredith Bost from Resident Diner is bringing her drool-worthy flavor combinations, creative concoctions and unique take on the all-American classic hot dog to the Project Host food truck. We are so excited for the opportunity to work with her. Learn more about Meredith and her cooking styles and inspiration!
Read MoreKatie English is a regular smiling face in our garden. She helps with our Gardening for Good program every Monday, and in the colder months moves inside to help in the Soup Kitchen. Katie provides such a bright light in our week by being a true team player in all aspects of our mission. We are so grateful for her continued support and appreciate her constant positive attitude and hard work! Learn more about what motivates Katie to spend her time with us.
Read MoreLauren Simmons is a regular Wednesday volunteer at Project Host. She has always had a passion for volunteer work and loves the fellowship that accompanies it. We love having her smiling face around and wanted to learn more about why she chose Project Host as her way to give back to the community.
Read MoreJoel Mason is our 2023 Summer Garden Intern from Furman University. Our interns work with us Monday-Friday, spending the first half of their day in the garden and the second half helping out in the soup kitchen, culinary school or with office work. Joel has been and continues to be a fantastic addition to our summer team!
Read MoreLauren Simmons is a regular Wednesday volunteer at Project Host. She has always had a passion for volunteer work and loves the fellowship that accompanies it. We love having her smiling face around and wanted to learn more about why she chose Project Host as her way to give back to the community.
Read MoreRicky and Ginger are Monday regulars here at Project Host. They began about a year and half ago and have remained dedicated volunteers. These two love making a difference in their community and never hesitate to lend a helping hand in the kitchen. Project Host was curious to know what drove them to volunteer with us and what keeps them coming back to serve every week!
Read MoreSandee Welch is a Wednesday regular here at Project Host. She started volunteering with us two years ago and has remained a loyal, weekly volunteer since. Sandee is always ready to lend a helping hand by greeting guests with a smile and a warm meal. Project Host was curious to know what drove her to volunteer with us and what keeps her coming back to serve!
Read MoreClare Amari from the Greenville News shares insights on food insecurity and hunger in Greenville County.
Read MorePamela Graham is a Tuesday regular here at Project Host. She started volunteering with us in the summer of 2021, as soon as the kitchen reopened for service. Pamela is always ready to lend a helping hand, whether that be cutting onions or greeting guests at the door. Project Host wanted to know why she dedicates her free time every week.
Read MoreEach and every one of you has your own story on how Project Host has found its way into your life. Annamarie Bell, our new Marketing and Development Manager, is no different. She is overjoyed with the opportunity to grow and support the mission that you all so strongly believe in. Learn more about Annamarie’s story and her vision for this position.
Read MoreKen and Kim Clubb are longtime South Carolinians that were looking for a way to give back to their community. Project Host was lucky enough to be the place where they decided to devote their time. Project Host wanted to know what it is about volunteering in our Soup Kitchen that keeps them coming back week after week.
Read MoreRick Wyatt and his wife Pam have been supporting Project Host in our garden for the last three years, and this past year, Rick has stepped up to lead and organize our fabulous group of volunteers. Learn more about why he dedicates his time and skills to Project Host.
Read MoreProject Host remembers longtime garden volunteer Dave Hull, who passed away in June of this year. Dave worked hard to bring our garden program to where it is today and to educate people on what Project Host had to offer. We will miss Dave very much and invite you to learn about his life and work at Project Host.
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